Last week, the Chicago Council held its 2014 Global Food Security Symposium in Washington, DC. Leaders from the agriculture industry, government, and farms discussed dealing with the impacts of climate change on agricultural production and resources. We talked to some of the participants about their ideas on how to mitigate or adapt to climate change in the agriculture field.

The responses to the Freshest Cargo truck have been really positive, said Danielle Hamilton, Education Program Manager at Fresh Approach. One of their regular visitors explains that in their hometown of Antioch, California, finding fresh produce is difficult, as “the closest decent grocery stores are over 10 miles away.” Additionally, prices, sustainable farming, and CalFresh discounts make this truck a great addition to the community. (Photos courtesy of Fresh Approach)

Crop-raiding by migrating African elephants is a pressing issue for many farmers who border protected land. Bees provide an simple, ecologically friendly way to maintain harmony between elephant migrations and the farmers' livelihoods. (Hailey Smalley/SUNY-ESF)